Laboratory Technician I

The Laboratory Technician I will provide technical support for instructional, research, experimental and other related activities in support of laboratory courses in the Chemistry and Biology department. Successful candidates will have significant background in chemistry as well as biology.

Will work under the supervision of the Science & Engineering Lab Coordinator and will be based half-time on the Charlestown campus and half-time on the Chelsea campus. Will also provide support for weekend and evening courses.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install and operate equipment, instrumentation and other apparatus in classrooms or laboratories in support of research and instructional activities.
• Adjust, calibrate and test technical, laboratory and/or other instructional equipment and components according to specifications, standards, diagrams, technical manuals, and/or instructions of professional staff and faculty.
• Prepare materials for laboratory experiments, tests, and instruction.
• Demonstrate for and provide instruction to students and other laboratory users in the proper operation, care and maintenance of laboratory and instructional equipment.
• Set up and conduct experiments and class exercises; collect and/or assist in the collection of data; prepare and perform data analysis; and assist with research projects.
• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of laboratory according to established standards and procedures utilizing procedures such as disposing of contaminants, washing and sterilizing glassware, and inspecting temperature control equipment.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment; order laboratory materials as needed.
• Perform related duties such as maintaining records, logs and schedules of equipment use, maintenance and repair.

Required Qualifications

• One year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in science laboratory work; proven ability to work with chemicals, chemical solutions, and chemistry lab equipment required.
• Associate Degree or higher in a laboratory science field (chemistry, biochemistry, or biology); may substitute for a required work experience depending on academic laboratory experience.
• Proven ability to work with a diverse faculty, staff and student population.

Additional Information

Salary: $2,152.54 bi-weekly/$55,966.04 annual. Grade: 15. AFSCME position. Full State Benefited position.

Closing Date: August 4, 2026

• Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above area encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
• Please note that as a condition of employment, the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screening may impact the hiring decision.

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position please upload the following documents to your account:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Please be sure to address the Required Qualifications in your documents.